PET/CT Technologist

phelpshealth; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist / PET/CT Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic and therapeutic imaging exams and to operate nuclear medicine equipment with strict attention to radiation safety.

The successful candidate will have ARRT or NMTCB certification, at least 3 years of nuclear medicine experience (PET/CT preferred), and current BLS. On-site role, with a focus on patient care and accuracy in imaging and records.

Qualifications

• ABR/ NMTCB certification required (ARRT or NMTCB).
• 3 years nuclear medicine experience preferred; CT/PET experience preferred but not required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine duties.
• Maintains patient relationships and delivers quality patient care.
• Calculates and records radiation dosage; ensures accurate patient charging.
• Ensures radiation safety; handles radiopharmaceuticals and waste per NRC requirements.
• Operates scanner and assists with diagnostic studies; coordinates scheduling and pre-authorization.

Skills

Patient relationship skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Team player

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT or NMTCB)

Tools

Nuclear medicine equipment

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist / PET/CT Technologist is responsible for performing the highest standard diagnostic and therapeutic exams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine duties.
• Good patient relationship skills and customer service skills.
• Attention to details and accurate record keeping.
• Calculates, measures and records radiation dosage of radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed.
• Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provides them with assistance during test procedures.
• Administers radiopharmaceutical or radiation to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment.
• Receives, stores and disposes of radioactive materials, following radiation safety procedures.
• Schedules appointments and notifies appropriate parties of such action.
• Technologist must always wear radiation exposure badge, use safety equipment to limit exposure and use gloves, syringes and universal precautions at all times.
• Maintains records, NOPR and insurance duties.
• Collects and maintains records per hospital procedure and NRC requirements.
• Ensures insurance pre-authorization is obtained for all PET scans and unsealed source treatments.
• Enters charges for patient billing accurately.
• Oversees the scheduling of the scanner.
• Obtains CT scans, PET/CT scans and assists with diagnostic studies.
• Operates the scanner with diagnostic and therapeutic departments. Assists with biopsies, therapy planning and other procedures.
• Performs daily warm-up and safety checks according to procedure.
• Assists in collection of Quality Improvement data.
• Reports any machine malfunction to physicist, director or physician, reports any errors immediately.
• Trains and supervises student and/or other nuclear medicine techs.

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT or NMTCB).

Work Experience

Nuclear Medicine experience required; 3 years preferred. CT experience preferred but not required; PET experience preferred but not required.

Certification/License

Current Nuclear Medicine board certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certifying Board (NMTCB). Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Close mental and visual attention required for sustained periods of time. Frequently works under stressful conditions due to the nature of patients' disease. Maximum weight to be lifted independently or carried: 35 lbs. standing, moderate walking, carrying, turning, stooping and reaching required. Adequate sight, hearing and sitting for periods of time. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely. General knowledge of computers required.

Working Conditions

Standard radiation worker safety health hazards inherent in this position. Exposure to radioactive materials requires radiation safety practices be utilized. Exposure to blood/body fluid, infectious diseases and biohazard materials at times. Flexible schedule and on-call status as scheduled.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself!